Underside view of stretch tent canopy roofing showing stage lighting rigs and string lights against a blue sky
Outdoor Events

How Much Does a HEXIS Sky Lounge Cost to Hire?

The most useful answer is not a single number. The cost of a Sky Lounge project depends on where it is going, how long it is needed, how it is fitted out and what the site requires.

Structure hire is only one component

Transport, crew, installation, engineering, site conditions, build windows and breakdown all contribute to the delivered cost. A project in an easily accessible venue with generous working time will not cost the same as one requiring restricted overnight access or additional site measures.

Bulmers branded two-storey exhibition structure under construction with 'Live Colourful' signage

Fit-out can change the budget significantly

A raw architectural treatment with simple furniture and lighting is very different from a fully branded hospitality suite with AV, bars, bespoke interiors and premium furniture. Both use the same structural platform but deliver different experiences.

HEXIS upper deck seating area with white stools and blue and green ambient lighting at night

Site conditions matter

Ground type, gradients, underground services, anchoring requirements and vehicle access can affect the installation plan. This is why a site survey is often an important step before a final quotation.

Event duration is not the whole calculation

When comparing options, check what is included: structure, delivery, installation, documentation, fit-out, graphics, power, AV, furniture, on-site support and breakdown. The cheapest headline price can become expensive once missing essentials are added.

Spirit level being used to check the levelling of the structure's decking platform during installation

Ask for a complete scope

A three-day event does not necessarily mean three days of cost. The project may require days for installation and fit-out before opening and additional time for breakdown afterwards.

Talk to Access Displays

If you are planning an outdoor event and want to explore whether HEXIS could add value, speak to the Access Displays team early. We can discuss the objective, venue, dates, likely configuration and the practical information needed to move from an idea to a deliverable project.

Access the exhibition specialists branded two-storey structure with red carpet entrance.